AHA Projects
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At AHA Projects, we believe that Permanent Space for nonprofits or artist practitioners alleviates those entities of burdensome overhead expenses. Land and Building Ownership gives AHA Projects the freedom to explore dynamic partnerships that can impact our community. AHA is exploring land trust models that can support the communities services, alleviate them from displacement, and allow them to make a larger impact.
Solid Backing by a Non Profit!
The Legendary Art Queen, located in Downtown Joshua Tree, was purchased in May 2024 in an effort to retain its funky beauty and keep it out of the hands of corporate developers.
AHA’s mission to support the creator will manifest at this property by providing affordable retail space that brings the creators’ talents in front of a burgeoning audience. Allowing arts & culture to thrive on this corner gives artists an opportunity to access the economy growing in their community.
By moving this land from the commercial sector to the nonprofit sector we protect it from being overly developed – retaining the artistic culture in our community.
Art Queen will utilize the property to bring together artists, art organizations and art businesses to create a robust arts and culture community that interfaces with the local community and tourists to uplift local artisanal businesses and commerce for all. We hope to create a space that provides the following activities:
Provide affordable space for:
Affordable retail spaces for artisan wares
Studio space with or without front facing retail
DIY space
Performances / Music
Workshops
Convening of Community Events
Resource Sharing
Educational and Demonstration Area
Mission
Mission
Our Mission is to support change-makers.
Through thoughtful risk, advocacy and innovative partnerships we fiercely elevate the presence and preservation of charitable services in our communities.
Arts and Culture
Arts and Culture
Arts and culture are a significant contributor to our LOCAL economy.
We are creating jobs, generating tax revenue, and attracting investment. Artists have established our region's identity and attract tourists.
Investment
Investment
Investment is how we uplift this community.
We have invested $5M into this community to transition land from commercial to nonprofit in an effort to invest in the ARTS.
By moving this land from the commercial sector to the nonprofit sector we protect it from being overly developed – retaining the artistic culture in our community.
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